Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
phallica
ID:
1411878

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Tobar & Archila) Karremans & S.Vieira-Uribe

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 295(2): 125. 2017 [8 Feb 2017] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424343



Common Names

  • Andinia Phallica
  • Phallica Andinia
  • Andinia of Phallica


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Description

Andinia phallica (also called 'Phallic Andinia', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in rocky, dry areas and can be found in grasslands, scrublands and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Andinia phallica is a popular ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It can be used to decorate outdoor spaces and is also known for its air-purifying properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Andinia phallica has small yellow flowers with a white center, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andinia phallica is a succulent plant that can be propagated from stem cuttings. Cut a stem from the plant and let it dry out for a few days. Once the cut end has calloused over, place the stem in a pot filled with well-draining soil. Water the soil and keep it moist until the stem has rooted. Once the stem has rooted, reduce watering and allow the soil to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Andinia phallica

Andinia phallica is native to the Democratic Republic of Congo and can be found in the tropical rainforest.

Andinia phallica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andinia phallica?

Andinia phallica

What is the common name of Andinia phallica?

Phallic Andinia

Where is Andinia phallica native to?

South Africa

Species in the Andinia genus

Andinia dalstroemii, Andinia hystricosa, Andinia ibex, Andinia lappacea, Andinia panica, Andinia pentamytera, Andinia pogonion, Andinia schizopogon, Andinia trimytera, Andinia vestigipetala, Andinia hirtzii, Andinia dielsii, Andinia pensilis, Andinia sunchubambensis, Andinia wayqechensis, Andinia dactyla, Andinia lueri, Andinia nummularia, Andinia stalactites, Andinia ariasiana, Andinia auriculata, Andinia bifida, Andinia cardiocheila, Andinia catella, Andinia caveroi, Andinia chaoae, Andinia chelosepala, Andinia chilopsis, Andinia ciliaris, Andinia composita, Andinia cordilabia, Andinia dentata, Andinia destituta, Andinia erepsis, Andinia exigua, Andinia geminipetala, Andinia hippocrepica, Andinia irrasa, Andinia lunaris, Andinia lunatocheila, Andinia lupula, Andinia lynniana, Andinia macrotica, Andinia micropetala, Andinia mongei, Andinia monilia, Andinia montis-rotundi, Andinia octocornuta, Andinia ortiziana, Andinia pendens,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

Fredy Archila (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Archila' in the authors string.
Adam P. Karremans (b.1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Karremans' in the authors string.
Sebastián Vieira Uribe (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Vieira-Uribe' in the authors string.
Diego Francisco Tobar Suarez (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tobar' in the authors string.